Maryland State Information

Welcome to the Maryland information page! Learn more about Maryland's rich cultural and historical background through Maryland trivia, history and facts. You can explore all that Maryland has to offer with our suggested scenic road trips and information about driving in Maryland. If you are thinking about moving to the great state of Maryland, check out tips to help you get started and the handy Allstate Moving Checklist.

Little Bit of History

The state of Maryland encompasses 12,407 square miles and is ranked 42nd in the nation's total area. It was the 7th state to enter the union on April 28, 1788. Maryland was named in honor of Henrietta Maria, Queen Consort of Charles I.

Essentials

Motto-

Fatti maschii, parole femineManly deeds, womanly words

Capital-

Annapolis

Time Zone-

Eastern

Demonym-

Marylander

Quarter

Introduced - 2000

Song

Maryland My Maryland

The despot's heel is on thy shore, Maryland, My Maryland!

His torch is at thy temple door, Maryland, My Maryland!

Did You Know?

• In 1830 the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Company built the first railroad station in Baltimore.
• The first dental school in the United States opened at the University of Maryland.
• Babe Ruth, the Sultan of Swat, was born in Baltimore and attended Saint Mary's Industrial School.
• Maryland was first to enact Workmen's compensation laws in 1902.

Want more state information like this? Look it up at 50states.com

Are you thinking about moving to Maryland? Use these tips to help you get started right from your computer.

Driving in Maryland
Visit the Maryland Department of Transportation to learn more about important basics like vehicle registration, obtaining your driver's license, and requirements for ID Cards.

Moving Checklist and Home Inventory Record
From getting storage boxes to calling the utility companies, there are many things to remember when you move to Maryland. Stay organized with these helpful tools from Allstate:

• Allstate Moving Checklist (PDF format) has a month-by-month timeline to help you stay on track!
• Know Your Stuff, our online home inventory tool, will help you take a full inventory of your belongings. You can also download the Allstate Household Inventory Record list.

Whether you are moving to Maryland or moving within Maryland, remember to review the moving company's registration number, check out references, and complaint history at Relocation.com.

Need an Insurance Policy in Maryland?
Get an insurance quote today (it's easy!) and find out if you can save money by switching to Allstate. You can also talk to your local Allstate agent or call 1-866-621-6900 to get a quote.

Scenic Drives

Some suggested scenic road trips.

Preview upcoming events, historic sites and museums. Find transportation information along with state maps at the Maryland State Tourism site.

For more information specific to Maryland visit:

• Maryland State Catastrophe Information
• Maryland Auto Insurance Coverages

Click on the state listed below for information from other states.
Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia